‘Conversations With Friends’: First Look at Alison Oliver as Frances in BBC’s Sally Rooney Adaptation

The BBC has released a first look image of Alison Oliver as Frances in the broadcaster’s upcoming adaptation of Sally Rooney novel “Conversations With Friends.” Newcomer Oliver (above as Frances) plays a 21-year-old college student who confronts her vulnerabilities as she navigates a series of relationships. Oliver is joined in the adaptation by Sasha Lane (“American Honey”), Joe Alwyn (“Mary Queen of Scots”) and Jemima Kirke (“Sex Education”). Lane stars as Frances’s former girlfriend turned best friend Bobbi, an outspoken and self-assured foil to Frances’ observant and cerebral character. Bobbi and Frances break up three years prior to the events… Read Full Article